Monthly Archives: April 2012

US customary measures: friend or foe of British traditionalists?

Posted on 2012-04-26 by ronniec

In the early years of the twentieth century, both US customary (USC) and metric measures were seen by some in Britain as threats to the survival of the Imperial system. The end of Empire saw metric supplant Imperial, while USC … Continue reading →

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Marathon myth

Posted on 2012-04-22 by tonyw

With the London Marathon being run today, it is timely to remember the metric origins of the marathon, and to puncture the myth that it is a race measured in imperial units.

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Transport for London raises the bar on vehicle signs

Posted on 2012-04-04 by admin

Metric Views is pleased to give credit where it’s due, and this week it is due to Transport for London (TfL) for raising the bar on the signage of vehicle restrictions. We have previously criticised the signing at the Rotherhithe … Continue reading →

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